The U.S. House of Representatives has approved sweeping legislation targeting Russia and countries that continue buying Russian oil and gas, sending the measure to President Donald Trump for consideration.

House Approves Major Russia Sanctions Measure

The House passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by a 262-159 vote, according to reports. The legislation had previously passed the Senate and now moves to the White House.

The bill would give the president authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries purchasing Russian oil and natural gas, as well as on countries helping Moscow evade existing sanctions.

Congress Targets Russian Energy Revenue

Supporters of the legislation say the measure is intended to increase economic pressure on Russia's energy trade and discourage countries from purchasing Russian commodities.

The legislation is named after the late Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, who had been involved in efforts to build congressional support for tougher measures against Russia.

House Speaker Mike Johnson described the legislation as an effort to increase pressure on the Russian government, while the measure's passage marks a significant congressional action on Ukraine-related policy.

Bill Now Moves to the White House

With both chambers of Congress having approved the legislation, attention now turns to President Trump's position on the measure.

If enacted, the legislation could affect U.S. trade policy and relationships with major purchasers of Russian energy. It could also create new economic consequences for countries that continue buying Russian oil and gas.

The legislation therefore places Russia sanctions, energy trade and U.S. foreign policy back at the center of Washington's political agenda.